Markethill, Co. Armagh during the Second World War

In the rural village of Markethill, Co. Armagh, the Second World War brought high profile Royal visitors, US Army troops, and even German Prisoners of War.

Markethill

Co. Armagh

Northern Ireland

Motorcycle Trials in 1942

On 14th August 1942, 59th Reconnaissance Regiment enjoyed some downtime near Markethill, Co. Armagh as they took part in muddy motorcycle trials.

Motorcycle water splash at Markethill
Motorcycle in the mud at Markethill
Mototcycles in the mud at Markethill
Uphill motorcycle trials at Markethill
Jumping the mud at Markethill
Water splash jump at Markethill

Places of Interest

The following places will be of interest to anyone wishing to explore more of the area's Second World War heritage.

Map showing Gosford Airstrip, Markethill, Co. Armagh

Gosford Airstrip, Markethill, Co. Armagh

Mullaghbrack Road, Markethill, Co. Armagh

Little remains in the fields around Markethill, Co. Armagh to show where the Gosford Airstrip or Mullabrack Airfield once stood but locals remember it well.

Map showing Gosford Castle, Markethill, Co. Armagh

Gosford Castle, Markethill, Co. Armagh

Mullabrack Road, Markethill, Co. Armagh

Throughout the course of the Second World War, Gosford Castle in Markethill, Co. Armagh hosted British and American troops, Royal visitors, and German POWs.